Hardworking Happy Hour: Recent Episodes
Hardworking Happy Hour
Each week Sean and Catherine will break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career.
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine break down and give step by step directions on how to craft your perfect SUSTAINABLE social media strategy. Key word being sustainable! This guide could be for beginners or anyone who is looking to get more strategic with their content. Tune in!!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss a current event going down in the outdoor living community. There is unfortunately yet another 'guru' business coach getting busting for questionable business ethics! Tune in to hear all the ridiculous details!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss how they failed pretty darn epically this week. But, of course, they didn't let that stop them, it just slowed them down a good bit. They also got in to the never ending debate of renting vs buying equipment. TUNE IN!!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine talk about what it takes to turn your laborers in to true craftspeople! Being passionate or finding your purpose might be a long and winding road for some people, but it takes true mentors and leadership to help carve that path. Be a force for good in your employees! Tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine have a lot to chat about. The heat of the summer may be getting to them, so they want to discuss ways to keep employees motivated during the dog days of summer, aka everyones busy season. They also touch on the current alien situation... you are going to want to tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean has a quote he is dying to share with everyone. Sean and Catherine also go in to what they do to tread the balance of being friends with your coworkers. Its a fun episode, TUNE IN!!
In this weeks episode Sean and Catherine have a very special guest, Jeff Wraley of Groundwork! Tech is something that is slowly starting to make its way in to the trades and they get in to the benefits of finding ways to make it work for your business! Tune in!
For this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine have a bit of a mixed bag casual fit episode! They get in to the benefits of collaboration and finding your people, Premier's new side hustle, and a paraplegic corn hole champion! Tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine recap their first Backyard Giveaway! So much work went in to prepping for it, it is so fun to be able to go over all the ins and outs! Plus, they deep dive in to company culture and what makes a healthy balance. Tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine continue their Psychology series and dive deep in to the psychology behind marketing! Marketing is all about getting in front of your right people, so they give up their best tips of what has worked for them! Tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the ins and outs of the psychology behind design. Why do people like the things they like? Why do some people just seem to have 'it' when it comes to style? Is style something you can learn? Tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss Seans recent discount-giving bender and what his thought process was behind it. Plus, they give a post-game recap of all the new things they have tried on their current project. Tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine give their thoughts on offering financing. Also, potentially adding a couple more employees to the team!
In this weeks episode, we have everyones favorite guest Anthony Lombardo! We recap DeckExpo, dive in to some pain points at Premier Outdoor Living, and find out what everyones essential tool is!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss busting out a funk. There is no funk that can hold us down for too long, but since they happen every once and a while, we get real about how stress has led to some recent funks.
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the feeling of 'Imposter Syndrome', which is the feeling of not earning or not being deserving of where you are in life. Something everyone can relate to from time to time! Want a free audible? Click the link! https://www.audibletrial.com/e4YbNO
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine talk about their trip to Hardscape North America, as well as the value in bringing on new skills to your business. There might even be a little bit of industry tea in this episode! Want a free audible? Click the link! https://www.audibletrial.com/e4YbNO
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine have a very special guest, Dan Preston of Preston Hardscape! We got a chance to catch up while on the road at Hardscape North America. Dan is truly an artist and has a very interesting perspective regarding business and what he wants to accomplish in the industry. Dan has also introduced Sean to his new favorite excuse... This is a must listen! Want a free audible? Click the link! https://www.audibletrial.com/e4YbNO
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine get a little deep. Sean has somethings he wants to get off his chest and they both come clean about the beloved sticker chart. BUT, then we go in to some killer book recommendations! Tune in! Want a free audible? Click the link! https://www.audibletrial.com/e4YbNO
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the pros and cons of offering your employees benefits. We know, we know, this topic can be dry but don't worry, we keep it fun and squirrely as always!
In this weeks episode, After being on the phone for an entire week, Sean and Catherine give an update on the whirlwind of a week they intentionally planned for themselves! We go over the lessons that were learned, the successes, what we will change for the next batch of design consultations, and our undying love for the rocketbook. Tune in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine go deep in to their strategy for this years design season. After deciding to cram all the consultations for next year in to ONE WEEK, will we be able to handle the pressure?!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine catch up a bit with some things that were fresh on their mind. Premier Outdoor Living has their first state sanctioned audit, we negotiate some hostages, and go over some really good books. Listen in!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss some of the ways they have managed client relations. The good, the bad and the ugly! In such a demanding and client-oriented field it can be difficult to manage so many different expectations and personality types. We discuss where we have found success and areas we are still learning!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the ever present risk of BURN OUT! We all deal with it from time to time, but what can we do to to lessen the blow?
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine take a relaxed fit approach to waitlists, scheduling, business updates, and time management!
In this episode, Sean and Catherine play good cop/ bad cop for the theory of '10xing' your life. A popular entrepreneurship book by Grant Cardone, is it all hype or good information?
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss different theories on time management. This is a topic both would like to get better in, so we go over some strategies to help everyone make improvements!
In this weeks episodes, Sean and Catherine discuss the value in learning to overcome your weaknesses so you can focus on your strengths! Myers Briggs Test: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test Alarmy App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/alarmy-joyful-alarm-clock/id1163786766
On this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the going ALL IN mentality! This can mean a lot for your business but also personal life!
Sean and Catherine are back! After a quick little vacation (aka illness) the crew is back to talk about analysis paralysis! Sometimes it is hard to not get wrapped up in analytics, but lets talk about how we overcome that!
This week Sean and Catherine have a more relaxed fit episode while talking about the benefits of niching down your business. Sometimes we can get sucked in to the belief of overdoing or overselling ourselves in order to stay busy, while ignoring the fact that gaining the experience and becoming an expert in one specialty can skyrocket your business!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine are joined by two very special guests, their dads! Meet Vox and Skip, two excellent tradesmen themselves!
Sean and Catherine discuss the tips and tricks behind some of Premier Outdoor Livings most viral content! After being in the social media game for a few years now, we've learned a few things about how to make quality and engaging content and want to share our knowledge with you! Tune in!
Sean and Catherine get in to all things sales! Whether you like it or not, sales in at the root of any trades business. Without a good sales tactic, you won't be getting too far. Whether you think you have it all figured out or are new to even thinking about this topic, you will get something out of this episode. Tune in!
On this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine dive in to all things Youtube! We talk about Premier Outdoor Livings journey on YouTube, how to strategize, and Sean even reveals how much money he has made during his YouTube career. If you are considering adding a YouTube channel to your business, or are just curious how it works and we find it a worthwhile part of our business, tune in!
Sean and Catherine riff on the potential of an impending recession. Its best to be as prepared as possible in these uncertain times, so we get chatting about what our strategy will be.
On this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine answer some of your questions! They jump from time management, to job site efficiency, to flow and balance, and even pick their ideal celebrity happy hour!
Sean and Catherine discuss how to move confidently forward in your business or ventures. Confidence is not something that always comes naturally to all of it, so we discuss a bit about our journeys as well as things that have held us back. Personally and professionally, confidence is key!
Sean and Catherine the Premier Outdoor Living ways to design! They cover the conversations you should be having with your clients, what details you should focus on, and how to manage a budget!
Sean and Catherine go through how to create good personal and professional habits, and also what leads to us often breaking these habits or falling shorts. Lets make some good habits together!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine dive in to some tips to help level up your business! Listen in for some tangible steps to take your business to the next phase.
Sean and Catherine break get in to how to not only find your ideal employees but also have to keep them! Its definitely an employees market right now, so we cover ways to make your business attractive to potential employees as well as identifying exactly what your needs are. Make creating your dream team a reality!
Sean and Catherine get in to how to have better work life balance, something we all struggle with! They get in to both what makes It difficult and actionable steps to take help strive for a more balanced life.
Sean and Catherine were on the road again this week and got a chance to chat with Zach Dettmore! Zach is planning a shift in his business, so the crew dives deep on how and why business goals sometimes move or change! Zach has a ton of great insight, this episode is a must listen!
On this episode, Sean and Catherine chat with Premier's very own, Anthony Lombardo! They discuss what got Anthony in to trades and how he got so dang good at carpentry. And did you know that Anthony was QB2 to a Super Bowl MVP in high school? Tune in to find out more!
This week Sean and Catherine take on more listener questions! They cover a lot of ground in this episode, from why its a great idea to pair hardscaping with deck building, to what their favorite TV shows are, and also give an update on how those New Years resolutions are going! Make sure to tune in for a more relaxed fit episode!
On this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss different mistakes business owners make on the their business journeys. Seans gives a few of his own examples, and the crew polled their followers to send in theirs for further input! Don't worry, its not all doom and gloom and regret, they keep it light for a fun lighthearted episode! Enjoy!
After Sean and Catherine's first episode about Social Media, they got a lot of requests and questions about diving deeper in to the specifics of growing your social media presence. So, without further ado, here are some of Sean and Catherines best tips for maximizing your channels, attracting clients, and all around making the most of these internet feeds! This episode focuses mainly on short form video for instagram and tiktok, stay tuned for episodes diving deeper in to you YouTube, etc.!
On this episode, Sean and Catherine chat with Gordon South, aka WoodBully, to discuss different ways they have found success when trying to start a grow their businesses that might be considered unorthodox. Both Sean and WoodBully have found a lot of value in doing things a little bit differently, and in this episode they go deep in to the specifics.
On this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine chat with Chris Breen of Legacy Decks about how he was able to maximize efficiency not only within his company, but within himself to be the best leader he could be! We discuss tangible steps for improvement and empowerment.
Sean and Catherine get in to all their recent networking events and why they find so much value in them! Whether you are attending trade shows, or you prefer to network via social media, there is so much value in putting yourself out there!
Sean and Catherine answer questions from the listeners! This week we kept it casual for happy hour and riffed on some solid questions; some business related and others just for fun! Listen to find out some solid contract tips as well as our favorite hobbies! And much more!
On this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine get in to the importance of prequalifying your clients. If you are at a stage where you are able to prequalify, or want to get to a point where you have enough steady leads to be able to prequalify, this episode has some solid tips to help you get off on the right foot!
Sean and Catherine discuss why branding your business is such an important concept for any and every entrepreneur! We break down what exactly branding means and how to best implement strategies to further create the best reputation for your business. Branding has become a buzzword recently, and it can be confusing to know where to start!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine break down the stigma around mental health. Not everyone has mental illness, but everyone has mental health, and its important we all take the time to take care of it to be the best versions of ourselves! We discuss the struggles we have faced, as well as ways to overcome them. Mental health is a big topic these days, and we think its important to start the conversation! If you or someone you know is struggling, there are many resources to find help! The following are just a few: NAMI: nami.org SAMHSA: samhsa.gov NMHI: nmhi.org
Happy New Year! Sean and Catherine discuss the best way to implement and attain your New Years resolutions with goal setting. Goals are essential to business and personal development, but we often fall short of attaining them because of lack of focus. In this episode we discuss ways to set achievable and reach goals so we can all crush 2022!
Sean and Catherine go in to detail about how to utilize social media to help grow your business. Are you curious about how to grow your following? Or maybe wondering where to start? There are many different ways to exist on the internet, and we discuss the pros and cons of them all!
Sean and Catherine break down the pros and cons of going to college and taking the higher education route, vs going right in to the trades. Or, making the increasingly more popular big life change and jumping careers later in life! Do you often think what your life might be like if you took a different path? Do you feel passionately about one path vs the other? Lets hash it out!
In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine break down the importance of thinking outside the box, not just in entrepreneurship but also in life in general.